Guardians Clinch Third Straight AL Central Title

Patrick Bailey and Brayan Rocchio each hit two home runs as the Guardians (85-76) built a two-game lead over the White Sox (83-78) with one game remaining. Cleveland will have a first-round bye in the playoffs and face the winner of the best-of-three Wild Card Series between Chicago and the AL West champion. saltysenoritaaz.com

The victory marked the Guardians' seventh division crown in the past 11 seasons. They now have five days off before beginning their playoff run, which will feature home-field advantage in the best-of-five Division Series.